How to choose a perfume that suits you?

Have you ever recognized someone just by the way they  smell? That’s the power of fragrances! But choosing the right scent that suits you and represents your character and individuality can be a great adventure. In a world full of fragrances, finding the perfect one seems impossible. There are so many brands, perfumes, and such a wide range of prices. This abundance can cause a real mess in our head and hinder us in finding the right fit.

So, we have made a little guide that will help you in this journey. If you want to impress others but at the same time show your personality by curtailing your scent, you’re in the right place! Keep on reading!

Steps in choosing the perfect perfume

Feel the notes

Every fragrance includes three main types of notes – top, middle and base. At first, you will recognize the top ones. You should wait a little bit to feel the others. It’s important to know that the first smell of every perfume is NOT the main one. So you shouldn’t make your decision immediately. Every fragrance is a bouquet of different scents which are skilfully combined in a harmonious mix. They reach your senses in a subtle way and make your soul feel the power of scent. The more time passes, the more the fragrance reveals its secrets.

Choose your preferred family of fragrances

There are several main groups of fragrances. Each of them has its own characteristic features. The main families in the world of perfumes are Woody, Floral, Fresh and Oriental scents. If you like the smell of citrus and want to feel energized the whole day, you should definitely buy a perfume with fresh notes. On the other hand, if you want to show your strength and power, the Woody family is the perfect choice for you. It’s preferred mostly by men because it helps create a sense of mysticism  and confidence. Some of the best fragrances for men belong to the woody family. The Floral family is the most popular of the four. Preferred mostly by women, the fragrances of this family include everything a lady would look for – tenderness, beauty, sexiness. Oriental notes are a little bit more exotic and they are not to everyone’s taste. But this is just the quality that makes them so recognizable and memorable.

Concentration is the key

We are sure that you have seen the abbreviations “EDP”, “EDT” or “EDC”. But do you know what they mean? These are actually the indications for the concentration and longevity of the fragrance. Eau de parfum is the most intense and lasts around 8-10 hours, but it’s also the most expensive. Eau de toilette is preferred mostly for daily use, because it is not so compulsive and lasts 6-8 hours on our skin. The last one, Eau de cologne, has a duration between 1 and 2 hours. It’s а light scent, which is а great budget option if you want to maintain a fresh scent throughout the day.

Research!

Before taking the final decision, which perfume to choose, do a little research! The audience is the biggest critic, and if they like or dislike something, there will be plenty of reviews on the internet. By reading different forums and websites where people write about perfumes, you will find everything about the one you want – is it long-lasting, what’s the price, where to buy it, and so on. You can also find useful articles about the different kinds of scent and decide which one fits you best. You’d be surprised of the variety that you can find nowadays. Make sure the price-quality ratio matches your requirements and the investment is worth it for you.

At a first glance, choosing a perfume is an easy task. But for many people, this is not the case at all. So before you make your purchase, make sure you choose a fragrance that suits you and your personality and will speak for you without words. After all, scent is what people smell before you even show up and lingers after you leave.